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Ricardo Martinez

Spring,TX

Summary

Dynamic Shop Owner at Hilltop Collision & Paint, adept in legal compliance and surveillance, leveraged market trends to notably boost revenues. With certifications from Mercedes Benz to Audi and ASE, plus I-CAR training, I excel in high-end auto repair. Proven leadership in motivating teams and consulting with customers showcases my blend of technical expertise and interpersonal skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Shop Owner

Hilltop Collision & Paint
10.2019 - Current
  • Complied with legal requirements and set up surveillance measures to secure merchandise.
  • Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in significant increase in revenues.
  • Completed store operational requirements by assigning tasks based upon strength, level of experience and estimating.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.

Automotive Technician

Autonation Collision Center Houston North
03.2014 - 07.2019
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
  • Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
  • Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
  • Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
  • Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
  • Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
  • Aligned and balanced vehicle frames using laser alignment systems.
  • Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
  • Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.

Education

High School Diploma -

Robert E. Lee High School
Springfield
06.1996

Skills

  • -Certify Automotive Technician on various Automobile Manufactures like Mercedes Benz, BMW, Porsche, Audi
  • -ASE Certify
  • -I-CAR trained
  • -Worked the high end production body shop as A lead technician

Certification

Aluminum Structural Welder Certified

  • CST - Certified Service Technician

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Shop Owner

Hilltop Collision & Paint
10.2019 - Current

Automotive Technician

Autonation Collision Center Houston North
03.2014 - 07.2019

High School Diploma -

Robert E. Lee High School

Aluminum Structural Welder Certified

  • CST - Certified Service Technician
Ricardo Martinez